Day 01: Welcome to Cairo – Arrival & Premium Airport Transfer
Arrive at Cairo International Airport. A designated airport representative will welcome you, fast-track you through customs, and manage your private transfer via an air-conditioned luxury vehicle to your downtown hotel. Unwind and adjust to the local timezone.
• Overnight: Cairo
Day 02: Wonders of Giza – The Great Pyramids, Mysterious Sphinx & Egyptian Museum
Enjoy an early breakfast before diving deep into antiquity. Tour the Egyptian Museum, housing the world's most extensive collection of ancient Pharaonic relics, including the pure gold treasures of King Tutankhamun. Continue to the Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza (Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus) and the enigmatic Great Sphinx. Complete your adventure with a complimentary camel ride across the desert sands.
• Optional Experience: An evening excursion to the spectacular Pyramids Sound & Light Show.
• Overnight: Cairo
Day 03: Alexandria Coastal Excursion – The Mediterranean Jewel
Travel via private vehicle to the coastal city of Alexandria. Explore the state-of-the-art Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Library of Alexandria), built to commemorate the ancient world's greatest center of learning. Visit the historic Citadel of Qaitbay, erected directly over the ruins of the legendary Pharos Lighthouse. Stroll through the lush royal gardens of Montaza Palace, view the Abu El Abbas Mosque, and visit the historic Church of St. Mark. Drive along the scenic Corniche and cross the modern architectural marvel of the Stanley Bridge before checking into your coastal hotel.
• Overnight: Alexandria
Day 04: Return to Cairo & Overnight Rail Journey to Aswan
Savor breakfast by the sea before a comfortable private transit back to Cairo. In the evening, transfer directly to the rail terminal to board the classic overnight sleeper train bound for Upper Egypt. A hot dinner and breakfast will be served inside your private cabin compartment.
• Overnight: Sleeper Train
Day 05: Aswan Arrival & Leisure Day
Wake up to views of the changing landscape as you pull into Aswan. Meet your local transfer agent at the station and check into your accommodations. Spend the remaining hours of the day at your leisure, discovering the local Nubian spice markets or taking in a beautiful sunset over the Nile.
• Overnight: Aswan
Day 06: Iconic Monuments of Aswan & Nile Cruise Boarding
• Optional Experience: A morning desert excursion to the colossal rock-cut Abu Simbel Temples built by Ramses II.
Begin your primary tour visiting the engineered marvel of the Aswan High Dam, followed by a scenic traditional felucca sailboat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Step aboard your luxury Nile cruise ship before lunch. Set sail towards Kom Ombo to tour the unique Double Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris.
• Overnight: Cruise Board (Sailing to Edfu)
Day 07: Edfu Temple Excursion & Cruise to Luxor
Enjoy breakfast on deck before exploring the incredibly well-preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu by horse-drawn carriage. Return to the vessel to pass through the Esna Lock and sail onward toward Luxor. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Egyptian Galabya celebration on board.
• Overnight: Cruise Board (Luxor)
Day 08: Luxor West Bank & East Bank Archeological Tour
Uncover the monumental archaeological wonders of Luxor. Traverse the Nile to the West Bank to explore the rock-hewn tombs of the Valley of the Kings, the stunning mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, and the towering Colossi of Memnon. Cross back to the East Bank to explore the vast columned halls of the Karnak Temple Complex and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple.
• Overnight: Cruise Board (Luxor)
Day 09: Luxor Hot Air Ballooning & Transit to the Red Sea
• Optional Experience: A spectacular sunrise hot air balloon flight drifting over the Valley of the Kings.
Following breakfast and cruise disembarkation, relax in a private air-conditioned vehicle for a scenic cross-desert drive to the pristine shores of the Red Sea coast. Check into your premium beach resort.
• Overnight: Hurghada
Days 10 & 11: Free Leisure Days & Desert Safari Adventures
Spend these days enjoying the resort amenities or sunbathing on private sandy beaches.
• Optional Experience (Day 11): A thrilling 4x4 Jeep desert safari across the Eastern Egyptian dunes to an authentic Bedouin village, complete with camel riding, a traditional barbecue dinner, and stargazing.
• Overnight: Hurghada
Day 12: Red Sea Snorkeling & Coral Reef Exploration
Enjoy a fully open day at the resort or opt for an offshore adventure.
• Optional Experience: A luxury boat cruise to Giftun Island National Park for world-class snorkeling amid pristine coral reefs and colorful marine life, with an open-buffet lunch served on board.
• Overnight: Hurghada
Day 13: Overland Return to Cairo
Following breakfast, return to Cairo via a comfortable, long-distance air-conditioned coach transfer. Check into your hotel for your final night, giving you one last opportunity to experience Cairo's vibrant nightlife or shop for souvenirs at the historic Khan el-Khalili bazaar.
• Overnight: Cairo
Day 14: Final Airport Transfer & Departure
Conclude your grand tour of Egypt with breakfast at your hotel. A private vehicle will transfer you directly to Cairo International Airport, where our airport coordinator will assist you with checkout, luggage drop, and final departure immigration formalities.